PNH 301 – Week 8 Anemia Sherpath Study Guide
c. Taking an oral iron supplement with a dietary source of vitamin C - correct answer ✔✔ Which
intervention is included in the collaborative management of iron deficiency anemia?
a. Administration of enteric coated iron supplement capsules
b. Subcutaneous injection of iron in the case of malabsorption
c. Taking an oral iron supplement with a dietary source of vitamin C
d. Inclusion of iron rich foods in the diet like dietary products and seafood.
a. Stopping the transfusion immediately - correct answer ✔✔ Which action by the nurse is
highest priority for a patient who is receiving a transfusion of packed red blood cells and reports
itching and hives a few minutes after the transfusion began?
a. Stopping the transfusion immediately
b. Slowing the rate of the transfusion
c. Diluting the blood with normal saline solution
d. Calling for a prescription for an antihistamine
c. Dyspnea upon exertion - correct answer ✔✔ Which is a clinical manifestation of mild anemia?
a. Glossitis
b. Weight loss
c. Dyspnea upon exertion
d. Icteric conjunctiva and sclera
c. Scrambled eggs and spinach - correct answer ✔✔ Which breakfast choice is most appropriate
for a patient with iron-deficiency anemia?
, a. Cantaloupe and kiwi fruit
b. Peanut butter and banana
c. Scrambled eggs and spinach
d. Blueberry muffin and a glass of milk
a. Pain - correct answer ✔✔ What is the primary symptom associated with sickle cell crisis?
a. Pain
b. Fever
c. Swelling
d. Tachypnea
a. Evaluating the patient's response to the therapy
c. Checking the patient for liver problems
d. Continuing iron therapy for 2 to 3 months after hemoglobin levels return to normal - correct
answer ✔✔ Which step would a nurse take to ensure maximum effectiveness of iron therapy
for the treatment of anemia? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.
a. Evaluating the patient's response to the therapy
b. Stopping the therapy once hemoglobin levels return to normal
c. Checking the patient for liver problems
d. Continuing iron therapy for 2 to 3 months after hemoglobin levels return to normal
e. Checking the patient for psychological problems
d. Red, beefy tongue - correct answer ✔✔ Which assessment finding does the nurse recall to be
a classic sign of pernicious anemia?
a. Diarrhea
b. Indigestion
c. Taking an oral iron supplement with a dietary source of vitamin C - correct answer ✔✔ Which
intervention is included in the collaborative management of iron deficiency anemia?
a. Administration of enteric coated iron supplement capsules
b. Subcutaneous injection of iron in the case of malabsorption
c. Taking an oral iron supplement with a dietary source of vitamin C
d. Inclusion of iron rich foods in the diet like dietary products and seafood.
a. Stopping the transfusion immediately - correct answer ✔✔ Which action by the nurse is
highest priority for a patient who is receiving a transfusion of packed red blood cells and reports
itching and hives a few minutes after the transfusion began?
a. Stopping the transfusion immediately
b. Slowing the rate of the transfusion
c. Diluting the blood with normal saline solution
d. Calling for a prescription for an antihistamine
c. Dyspnea upon exertion - correct answer ✔✔ Which is a clinical manifestation of mild anemia?
a. Glossitis
b. Weight loss
c. Dyspnea upon exertion
d. Icteric conjunctiva and sclera
c. Scrambled eggs and spinach - correct answer ✔✔ Which breakfast choice is most appropriate
for a patient with iron-deficiency anemia?
, a. Cantaloupe and kiwi fruit
b. Peanut butter and banana
c. Scrambled eggs and spinach
d. Blueberry muffin and a glass of milk
a. Pain - correct answer ✔✔ What is the primary symptom associated with sickle cell crisis?
a. Pain
b. Fever
c. Swelling
d. Tachypnea
a. Evaluating the patient's response to the therapy
c. Checking the patient for liver problems
d. Continuing iron therapy for 2 to 3 months after hemoglobin levels return to normal - correct
answer ✔✔ Which step would a nurse take to ensure maximum effectiveness of iron therapy
for the treatment of anemia? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.
a. Evaluating the patient's response to the therapy
b. Stopping the therapy once hemoglobin levels return to normal
c. Checking the patient for liver problems
d. Continuing iron therapy for 2 to 3 months after hemoglobin levels return to normal
e. Checking the patient for psychological problems
d. Red, beefy tongue - correct answer ✔✔ Which assessment finding does the nurse recall to be
a classic sign of pernicious anemia?
a. Diarrhea
b. Indigestion
